On September 19, 2014 Rep. Wolf of Virginia asked for and granted permission to address the United States House of Representatives for a few minutes to speak about the evils of gambling. “Mr. Speaker, I have long been opposed to any expansion of legalized gambling and have continually sought to raise awareness of the dangerous […]
Gambling on Casinos
By Barry Rascovar July 18, 2014 — Once upon a time, casinos looked like the salvation of Atlantic City, that famed but dilapidated resort on the Jersey shore. For well over a quarter-century, New Jersey’s gamble worked. Unfortunately, state and local politicians failed to reinvest the taxes flowing from a dozen casinos into Atlantic City. It […]
Legalizing Online Gambling In The USA
I would like to take this opportunity to commend Barney Frank, the United States House Representative for Massachusetts. Frank has been proactive in the fight to legalize online gambling. With the economy the way it is, legalizing online gambling is essential. According to “The Safe And Secure Internet Gambling Initiative” this would create 32,000 jobs, […]
The Coffeehouse Pediatrician
If anyone exemplifies our national need for single-payer healthcare it is Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett. I first met Dr. Mimi a few months ago at a coffeehouse in Petaluma, California. It was easy to notice her warm smile. I immediately felt comfortable around her. So, I introduced myself. Her name tag simply said Mimi. Over […]
True or false? A Chinese Fugitive Sergeant’s Diary
Scheming frame-up, unlawful arrest and bitter escape journey, it’s not the story line of the new season of Prison Break , but a Chinese Police Sergeant’s unbelievable experience against his corrupt superior officer. Since the end of August, a post named “A fugitive sergeant’s diary” has flared and spread among many different Chinese blogs, BBSs […]
Beyond MLK, Jr.: A Forgotten Pioneer in Race Equality
When we think about the Civil Rights Movement, we naturally think of Martin Luther King, Jr. But with Martin Luther King Day approaching, the stories of others who were instrumental to the movement should also be mentioned. One of these pioneers was Sammy Davis Jr. This talented and versatile entertainer could sing, dance, tap-shoe, act, […]
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